One-to-One Paraprofessional - Special Education Support

Bancroft; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bancroft School in Mt. Laurel, NJ is seeking a full-time One to One Paraprofessional for the 7a-3p shift. You will assist a teacher with planning and implementing classroom instruction to meet the educational needs of a student and support their educational experience.

This role involves helping with lesson plans, behavior monitoring, and collaboration with staff to address IEP goals and create a safe learning environment. Prior educational support experience is valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of Three (3) years of direct support experience, preferably within an educational or classroom-based setting; and/or
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
• Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to Teacher in planning classroom curriculum and implements plans to meet the physical, emotional, and educational needs of the assigned student.
• Provides assistance to Teacher for the assessment of an assigned student's abilities and capabilities; aids in the development and implementation of lesson plans and activities that are individual-specific, meet the learning needs of each student, encourage increased skills, and address specific IEP goals.
• Assists Teacher in establishing and maintaining a classroom environment conducive to maximum academic and social learning by maintaining order and guiding each student to socially appropriate behavior.
• Assists Teacher in the proper utilization of classroom equipment and materials. Makes recommendations to Teacher regarding the purchase and usage of new supplies and curriculum materials.
• Under direction of Teacher, observes and tracks student behavior, gathers behavioral data, performs calculations, and creates graphic illustrations for review by Teachers, clinical-specific staff, etc, to identify and monitor student proficiency and performance levels, to support modifications to current educational program.
• Provides ongoing assistance to Teacher in the management of individual behavior of students to create and maintain a safe and secure classroom environment. Reports any safety hazards, property damage, etc. to Teacher

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The Bancroft School in Mt. Laurel, NJ is seeking a full-time One to One Paraprofessional for the 7a-3p shift. You will assist a teacher with planning and implementing classroom instruction to meet the educational needs of a student and support their educational experience.

This role involves helping with lesson plans, behavior monitoring, and collaboration with staff to address IEP goals and create a safe learning environment. Prior educational support experience is valued.